Press Releases
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Biden-Harris Administration, through the U.S.
June 27, 2024
Funds from the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) will improve safety and mobility along a segment of the Blue Line Bus Rapid Transit Corridor
INDIANAPOLIS — IndyGo was recently awarded nearly $22 million from the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) discretionary grant program, making it one of only a few mid-sized transit agencies across the country to receive these funds from the Biden-Harris Administration.
WASHINGTON, DC—Today, Congressman André Carson (IN-07) announced Congress’ first-ever dedicated staff interfaith space. This space was established through the Carson amendment to the Fiscal Year 2022 Legislative Branch Appropriations bill and was led by Congressman Carson, with co-lead Congressman Brad Schneider (IL-10).
WASHINGTON, DC—Today, in celebration of Eid al-Adha, Congressman André Carson (IN-07) announced the introduction of the Eid Days Act with Grace Meng (NY-06) to recognize Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Fitr as legal public holidays.
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) introduced today a House resolution recognizing June 2024 as Black Music Month. This resolution honors the work and impact of Black creators and music and calls upon the people of the United States to recognize Black Music Month through actions and programs that elevate Black musicians, promote diversity, and honor and spread awareness of Black music’s impact and deep-rooted history.
Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman André Carson (IN-07) renewed calls to House Speaker Mike Johnson and his Republican colleagues to take immediate bipartisan action to fund the Affordable Connectivity Program. The Affordable Connectivity Program saves eligible Americans up to $75 a month on their internet bills and provides a one-time discount on a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet. The program expires today, April 30.
INDIANAPOLIS—Today, Congressman André Carson (IN-07) joined IndyGo leadership to highlight $1 million in federal Community Project Funding for the Blue Line and reiterate his support for public transit. Each year, Members of Congress submit Community Project Funding requests to the House Appropriations Committee for a select number of qualified projects benefiting their districts.
WASHINGTON, DC—Today, Congressman Carson made the following statement in reaction to the House Intelligence Committee’s report on sexual assault and harassment in the
WASHINGTON, DC—Today, Congressman André Carson (IN-07) announced that he successfully secured federal funding for 14 community projects in Indianapolis. In total, these organizations will receive $10.3 million to fund youth services, affordable housing, public safety, infrastructure, and more.